How many syllables in “crackles”?
syllables in "crackles"
Word details
Syllables
2
crac · kles
Letters
8
c · r · a · c · k · l · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “crackles”
The word “crackles” contains 2 syllables, divided as crac · kles. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crackles" have?
"crackles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crackles" into syllables?
"crackles" is divided into syllables as: crac · kles.
What is the Scrabble score for "crackles"?
The Scrabble score for "crackles" is 16 points.
Using “crackles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crackles" (crac · kles) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “crackles” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “crackles”
The letters in “crackles” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cacklers, clackers.